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Why is chlorine added to municipal water supplies?

Why is chlorine added to municipal water supplies?

Chlorine is capable of eliminating a whole range of bacteria that may otherwise be dangerous in a city’s water supply, along with any bacteria that may be harbored on the very pipes used to deliver that water to households. With that in mind, chlorine has played a critical role in improving the public health of municipalities that have utilized it since the mid 19th century. However, once municipal water reaches your home, it is no longer necessary that it remain chlorinated and, thereby, may be filtered to remove the taste and odor associated with chlorine.

If you are interested in learning more about removing chlorine from your household’s water supply,  one of the Austin water filter specialists at American Water TX can help.  To speak with one of our team members directly, please call our Austin offices at (512) 388-0022 today.

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